Overview
DP01514901_MONZA_S_ROCCO is a large wastewater treatment plant serving over 690,000 people in Brugherio, Lombardy, Italy. It operates under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive, which mandates advanced treatment for agglomerations of this sca
DP01514901_MONZA_S_ROCCO is a major wastewater treatment facility located in Brugherio, near Monza, in the Lombardy region of Italy. Serving a population of approximately 690,030, it is classified as a large agglomeration under European Union regulations, requiring advanced treatment to protect sensitive water bodies. As a plant of this scale in Italy, it is expected to comply with the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which mandates secondary treatment as a minimum and tertiary treatment for discharges into sensitive areas. The plant's treatment processes are designed to meet stringent effluent standards, though specific process details are not publicly available. The treated effluent is discharged into the local water system, which ultimately drains into the Po River basin and then into the Adriatic Sea. The Po River is a vital ecological corridor in northern Italy, supporting diverse aquatic life and providing water for agriculture and industry. The plant plays a crucial role in protecting this downstream environment from nutrient pollution and other contaminants.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into the Po River basin, which flows eastward through northern Italy and empties into the Adriatic Sea. This watershed supports a rich ecosystem, including fish species such as sturgeon and eel, and is an important migratory route for birds. The Po Delta is a ecologically sensitive area that requires careful management of nutrient loads to prevent eutrophication and maintain water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Brugherio, in the province of Monza e della Brianza, Lombardy, Italy. Its address is Via della Mornera, San Cristoforo, Brugherio.
The plant serves a population of approximately 690,030 people, classifying it as a large agglomeration under EU regulations.
The treated wastewater is discharged into the local water system, which flows into the Po River basin and eventually reaches the Adriatic Sea.
As an Italian plant serving over 150,000 people, it falls under the EU Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (91/271/EEC), which requires secondary treatment and, for sensitive areas, tertiary treatment.
For large agglomerations in Italy, the EU UWWTD mandates at least secondary biological treatment. Many such plants also employ tertiary treatment, such as nutrient removal, to protect sensitive water bodies like the Po River and Adriatic Sea.
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